Psychology IM PHILOSOPHY COURSES-PHILO HU101. Introduction to Philosophy (5) An introduction to the major problems in philosophy and the methods through which philosophers resolve them. 102. Introduction to World Religions (5) A descriptive introduction to the major religions of the world— including Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Jainism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shinto, Zorastrianism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam—with emphasis on their contemporary values and meanings for living in today's world. HU112. Introduction to Ethics (5) An introduction to the major ethical theories and their applications to human action. HU115. Practical Reasoning (4) An introduction to the theory and practice of responsible, rational thinking, including the use and abuse of language, common fallacies, and decision making. 116. Introduction to Logic (4) An introduction to systems of deductive logic including methods of determining validity within the syllogism, predicate, and symbolic logic. SS180. Self in Society (5) Introduction to the major social systems of the world and theories of human nature. 201. History of Philosophy: Classical and Medieval (4) A survey of the major philosophers and issues from the pre- Socratics to the beginning of modem philosophy. 202. History of Philosophy: Modern (4) A topical survey of the major philosophers and issues from the seventeenth century to the end of the nineteenth century (Descartes to Marx). 203. History of Philosophy: Twentieth Century (4) An introductory survey of the major schools, philosophers, and issues of the twentieth century in the United States, Great Britain, and Europe. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 320. Philosophy of Democracy (3) Critique of the ideals of and justification for democratic institutions in the light of actual practice. 330. Great Issues in Philosophy (4) Selected study of the traditional questions in philosophy including theories of knowledge and truth, the reality of mind/ body, free will/determinism and systems of value justifying human conduct. 335. Medical Ethics (3) A survey of the chief ethical issues arising from the recent advances of medical science and practice. 341. Philosophy of Science and Technology (4) Philosophical development of scientific methodology, presumptions, and technological applications in both the natural and social sciences. 350. Philosophy of Western Religion (4) Problems and types of religious philosophy among Jews, Christians, and Moslems. 355. Philosophy of Eastern Religion (4) Problems and types of religious philosophy among Hindus, Buddhists, Confucianists, Taoists, and Shintoists. 415. Aesthetics: Beauty and the Arts (3) An investigation into the nature of art, its creative process, the basis of criticism and appreciative judgment. 425. Philosophy of Law (3) A study of selected theories of law, law's relationship to morality, the moral limits of legislating morality, the justification of punishment and legal reasoning. 483. Directed Readings (1-2) Individually designed tutorial for Philosophy minor students to fill minor requirements when they cannot be satisfied through scheduled class offerings. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY Chair: Benne D. Williams Location: Social Science Building, Room 370 Telephone Contact: Cindy Hooper 626-6247 Professors: Norris R. Bancroft, Richard T. Grow, W. Bruce Haslam, Joseph J. Horvat, Merrill J. May, William 274 Psychology H. McVaugh, C. Thomas Musgrave, Benne D. Williams; Associate Professor: Bud W. Stephenson; Assistant Professors: Julianne Arbuckle, Richard Atkinson, Susan Fuhr Description The goals of Psychology are to answer the questions: What do organisms do? Why do they do it? How can we predict and change their behavior? In short, it is the study of the description, analysis, prediction and change of behavior. Students majoring in Psychology can select interdisciplinary programs individually tailored to satisfy interests in counseling, child and family, business, corrections, research, and other areas where some specialization is desired at the bachelor level. For further information, or to develop such a program, students should contact an advisor in the department. Psychology Areas Table Area 1: Required Courses (15 hours required) SS101 Introductory Psychology 5 215 Fundamentals of Behavioral Research 5 or 360 Statistics in Psychology * 4 and 361 Experimental Psychology * 4 400 Advanced General 5 or 409 History and Systems in Psychology 5 *Strongly recommended for students who wish to go on to graduate school Area 2: Biological Bases (At least one course required) 273 Biopsychology 5 371 Physiological Psychology 5 373 Perception 3 475 Comparative 4 Area 3: Cognitive-Affective (At least one course required) 325 Learning and Conditioning (new course) 4 327 Motivation 3 425 Cognition (new course) 4 Area 4: Individual Differences (At least one course required) 154 Psychology of Adjustment 3 300 Child Psychology 3 314 Psychology of Adolescence 3 343 Theories of Personality 3 Area 5: Social (At least one course required) 446 Social Psychology 3 449 Attitude Measurement and Change 3 451 Industrial and Organizational Behavior 3 Area 6: Therapeutic (At least two courses required) SS200 Interpersonal Relations and Communications 3 330 Behavior Analysis and Modification 3 345 Abnormal Psychology 5 356 Group Dynamics 3 431 Introduction to Counseling Theories 3 434 Skills and Techniques of Counseling and Therapy 4 476 Tests and Measurements 5 Area 7: Miscellaneous Courses 220 The Psychology of Women 3 256 Encounter 2 289 Cooperative Work Experience 1-3 437, 438, 439 Counseling Practicum 3-3-3 480 Projects and Research 3-5 483 Directed Readings 2-4 489 Cooperative Work Experience 1-3 499 Seminar 2 Area 8: Courses that do not count toward the Major, Minor, or BIS 104 Effective Study Skills 3 292 Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs 1 -6 492 Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs 1 -6 PROGRAM: PSYCHOLOGY MAJOR OR PSYCHOLOGY TEACHING MAJOR BACHELOR DEGREE General Requirements: • WSU Core Requirements (see index). • General Education Requirements (see index). • A minor is required. • Psychology majors must have a C or better in required courses. A C- is not acceptable. • Psychology majors must have a cumulative GPA of 2.50. • Psychology teaching majors must achieve a cumulative GPA of 2.50. 183 total hours are required for this degree. Sixty of the 183 total hours must be upper division (courses numbered 300 and above). • Students obtaining a Psychology Teaching Major must satisfy the College of Education Certification Program (see Teacher Education). Specific Requirements: • Psychology majors should consult with their advisor each quarter prior to registration. • Minimum of 45 quarter hours in Psychology from Areas 1 through 7. Courses in Area 8 will not count toward the required minimum of 45 quarter hours. • Required Psychology courses: Psych SS 101, either 215(5) or the combination of 360 (4) and 361 (4), either 400 (5) or 409 (5). 275